1. Introduction
A granny stripe hooded cowl is a fun and functional accessory that combines the classic granny stitch with a warm hood and neck wrap. It’s great for layering and looks beautiful in stripes or solid colors. Even if you’re new to crochet, this project is totally doable!
2. Materials
You’ll need the following:
- Worsted weight yarn (3–4 colors for stripes or 500–600g of one color)
- 5.5 mm or 6 mm crochet hook
- Yarn needle
- Scissors
- Measuring tape
- Stitch marker (optional)
3. Notes (Steps to Crochet the Hooded Cowl)
🧶 Step 1: Start with the Granny Stripe Pattern
- Chain an even number (around 90–100 depending on the neck size).
- Row 1: In the 4th chain from the hook, work 3 double crochets (DC), skip 2 chains, 3 DC in the next, repeat to the end.
- Turn your work.
🧶 Step 2: Build the Body of the Cowl
- Row 2 & Onward: Chain 3, 3 DC in the space between clusters, repeat across.
- Change colors every 2–3 rows if doing stripes.
- Repeat until the piece measures about 12–15 inches tall for the neck section.
🧶 Step 3: Form the Hood
- Fold the piece in half lengthwise.
- Mark the middle 30–35 stitches (this is the hood area).
- Continue working granny stripes only across those center stitches for about 9–11 inches tall.
- Fold and sew or slip stitch the top closed to form the hood.
🧶 Step 4: Finishing Touches
- Crochet a simple border around the hood and neck edge using single crochet or shell stitch.
- Optional: Add a drawstring, tassels, or buttons for style!
4. Conclusion
You’ve just made a cozy, stylish granny stripe hooded cowl! It’s great for chilly days and works beautifully with color changes. This is a relaxing project that mixes the comfort of a scarf with the function of a hood — and the granny stitch gives it that classic touch.
Pattern and tutorial by Evelyn And Peter Crochet (EvelynAndPeter Crochet)